Josh Sweat could become one of the more interesting names to watch before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. NFL insider Jeremy Fowler said the Arizona Cardinals could be open to meaningful offers if the team does not turn its season around, a notable shift from August, when general manager Monti Ossenfort said Arizona was not interested in trading Sweat.
The timing matters because the Cardinals are 2-4, and Fowler’s report points to a team that may be more flexible now than it was earlier in the offseason. Arizona already has shown a willingness to move players for the right price, so this is not a total surprise. What makes Sweat more intriguing is that his recent production has started to catch up after an injury-plagued opening to the 2026 season.
Josh Sweat’s recent play adds to the trade conversation
After dealing with an injury early in the year, Sweat has put together two sacks in his last three games. That is not enough to erase the slow start, but it does suggest he is beginning to find a rhythm. For a player who has already shown he can be disruptive, that kind of stretch can change how teams around the league view his value.
Earlier this offseason, Sweat reportedly requested a trade, and at different points during the summer, numerous teams called for his availability. That history makes Fowler’s latest report worth watching. If Arizona continues to hover near the bottom of the standings, the Cardinals could decide that listening to offers is the more practical path, especially with the deadline approaching.
Why the Cowboys matter
Fowler also named the Dallas Cowboys as a team that could explore the possibility of a Sweat trade. Dallas remains in need of another top edge rusher after trading Micah Parsons last season, and that kind of need can become more urgent as the season moves along.
The Cowboys are also trying to salvage their season Monday night in Philadelphia, which adds another layer to their situation. If Dallas remains in the market for help up front, Sweat would be one of the more logical veteran options to monitor before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
For the Cardinals, the decision is straightforward in theory but complicated in practice. They do not have to trade Sweat, especially if the season turns quickly. But if it does not, and if meaningful offers arrive, Fowler’s report suggests Arizona could be willing to listen.
